Posted on Nov 05 ,
2018

Since the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s independence in 1960, the country has been locked in a spiral of armed conflict that has resulted in nationwide contamination of explosive hazards. The United Nations Mine Action Service (UNMAS) has been present in the DRC since 2002, supporting the National Mine Action Authority (CCLAM) in coordinating the survey and clearance activities of suspected hazardous areas identified throughout the country.

In August 2018, the Schonstedt Humanitarian Demining Initiative (SHDI) deployed ten (10) locators to the DRC to aid in the detection of buried landmines, explosive remnants of war (ERW) and other unexploded ordnance (UXO). The deployment of ten locators to the DRC was made feasible by generous donations from the Woodstown Quakers and two additional donors that wish to remain anonymous.

To date, SHDI has deployed over 500 locators to 28 countries at no cost to the receiving nation. The program is made possible by donations from individuals, businesses, religious affiliations and organizations around the world. If you’d like to learn more about the program and/or learn how to make a donation, please visit www.schonstedt.com/shdi.

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I can’t say enough great things about the Schonstedt. I have only felt the urge to send a comment to one other company, when my old 1979 GMC crossed 500,000 hard, hard miles- 2/3 of those carrying that Schonstedt.(That was 12 years ago. GMC needed another motor, Schonstedt needed new batteries! Both still on the road.)Doug HelmsLand Surveyor, Asheboro, NC

2014-04-29T15:00:21-04:00

I can’t say enough great things about the Schonstedt. I have only felt the urge to send a comment to one other company, when my old 1979 GMC crossed 500,000 hard, hard miles- 2/3 of those carrying that Schonstedt.(That was 12 years ago. GMC needed another motor, Schonstedt needed new batteries! Both still on the road.) Doug HelmsLand Surveyor, Asheboro, NC

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I am an absolute fan of the Schonstedt. I try to get every surveyor I know to buy one. Mine has given me absolute stellar performance. I only wish all of the instruments and products I have purchased through the years for surveying actually lived up to my needs and expectations the way the Schonstedt does. Thanks again for a fine product, and for great customer service to boot!Arthur F. SeifertJr. P.L.S., Bell-Atlantic

2014-05-12T13:51:17-04:00

I am an absolute fan of the Schonstedt. I try to get every surveyor I know to buy one. Mine has given me absolute stellar performance. I only wish all of the instruments and products I have purchased through the years for surveying actually lived up to my needs and expectations the way the Schonstedt does. Thanks again for a fine product, and for great customer service to boot! Arthur F. SeifertJr. P.L.S., Bell-Atlantic

I recently purchased a 92 XT and went looking for a box we have been trying to find for months. After locating the water line to the main I started sweeping with the XT and found the box three feet below grade. Others have been over that same area before and never got a hot signal. The Schonstedt found it right away. I’m a believer for life. Thanks for making a great product.Gary F. ReadLocator for the Village of Shorewood, Il

2014-05-12T13:53:35-04:00

I recently purchased a 92 XT and went looking for a box we have been trying to find for months. After locating the water line to the main I started sweeping with the XT and found the box three feet below grade. Others have been over that same area before and never got a hot signal. The Schonstedt found it right away. I’m a believer for life. Thanks for making a great product.Gary F. ReadLocator for the Village of Shorewood, Il

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I have been using Schonstedt for the past 27 years and have found literally thousands of survey markers with your products.John WiseLand Surveyor, Sweet Home, OR

2015-07-23T13:38:28-04:00

I have been using Schonstedt for the past 27 years and have found literally thousands of survey markers with your products.John Wise Land Surveyor, Sweet Home, OR

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I am so happy about the results of my Maggie test!

When the Maggie test opportunity came up, I knew the perfect person to try it. He has a great eye for detail, is a perfectionist and isn't afraid to say what he thinks! For me, his endorsement gives me all the confidence that I need to sell the product!Teena SinclairThe PPI Group

2015-08-06T17:15:21-04:00

I am so happy about the results of my Maggie test! When the Maggie test opportunity came up, I knew the perfect person to try it. He has a great eye for detail, is a perfectionist and isn't afraid to say what he thinks! For me, his endorsement gives me all the confidence that I need to sell the product!Teena Sinclair The PPI Group

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To the Schonstedt Repairs Dept: I want to thank you again for your good work. I'll be happy to recommend Schonstedt! Excellent equipment and service. Thanks!Steve Scott, Scott Survey, Inc

2016-07-07T08:32:57-04:00

To the Schonstedt Repairs Dept: I want to thank you again for your good work. I'll be happy to recommend Schonstedt! Excellent equipment and service. Thanks! Steve Scott, Scott Survey, Inc

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Thank you for making the repairs and sending the equipment back to us in a very timely matter. Many companies could learn a lesson from you about customer service.Douglas LangWastewater Collection Superintendent

2016-08-05T10:17:59-04:00

Thank you for making the repairs and sending the equipment back to us in a very timely matter. Many companies could learn a lesson from you about customer service.Douglas Lang Wastewater Collection Superintendent

I Love my Schonstedt locator. I've owned if for over 25 years. I sent it in to be refurbished about a year ago and it's like new again. I tried a different brand locator many years ago and felt it performed no where near as well as my Schonstedt. I'll stick with Schonstedt until I retire.Thomas RopeSurveyor

2016-09-09T11:19:31-04:00

I Love my Schonstedt locator. I've owned if for over 25 years. I sent it in to be refurbished about a year ago and it's like new again. I tried a different brand locator many years ago and felt it performed no where near as well as my Schonstedt. I'll stick with Schonstedt until I retire.Thomas Rope Surveyor

Fantastic equipment! I have been using your products since the late 1970's, from land surveying tasks to municipal utility work, and they perform wonderfully in all types of weather. From surveying in the heat of the Dakotas, to the islands of Arkansas, to the winters in Michigan, they have performed well. Keep up the good work.Doug KadzbanDPW Director, Muskegon Heights MI

2016-09-28T12:45:13-04:00

Fantastic equipment! I have been using your products since the late 1970's, from land surveying tasks to municipal utility work, and they perform wonderfully in all types of weather. From surveying in the heat of the Dakotas, to the islands of Arkansas, to the winters in Michigan, they have performed well. Keep up the good work. Doug Kadzban DPW Director, Muskegon Heights MI